Charlie Kirk: Politics, Polarisation, and a Path Forward | Ep. 129

As a wellness advocate, I've watched with growing concern as our collective mental health suffers under the weight of toxic discourse and dehumanizing language. This episode delves into this troubling connection through the lens of recent tragedies - particularly the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

What happens when we categorize people as either "oppressors" or "oppressed" with no middle ground? We create a society where some believe violence against political opponents is justified. The celebration that followed Kirk's assassination reveals something deeply disturbing about our cultural moment. Charlie, regardless of your politics, was someone who invited disagreement and championed open dialogue in university settings where many students now fear expressing unpopular opinions.

The Socratic method - asking questions, engaging with different perspectives, and being willing to occasionally stumble through difficult conversations - offers us a path forward. Rather than assuming the worst about those who disagree with us, what if we tried to understand why they hold their views? This simple shift doesn't require changing your mind, but it does result in recognising the humanity in others.

In this episode I discuss my thoughts and feelings about the death and ongoing legacy of Charlie Kirk. RIP Charlie Kirk.

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